About this ebook
Presenting a holistic perspective of the Hmong way of life, this book touches on every aspect of the Hmong culture, including an overview of their history and traditions, relationships between Hmong parents and their children, the rites and traditions of Hmong wedding and funeral ceremonies, the celebration of the Hmong New Year, home restrictions and other superstitious taboos, arts and politics. The book features and explains many Hmong words, phrases and proverbs.
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4.1
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April 9, 2012
Definately would get this book if you are interested int he Hmong Culture or Learnings. It even teaches the younger Hmong generations on traditional words or saying's that we hear at weddings, funerals, and special events. It is a really resourceful book and carries alot of meaning in it.
About the author
Born in Laos, Ya Po Cha teaches Hmong language at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California.
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